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Offshore wind continues to divide opinions
A COALITION of unions, business groups, industry representatives and environment advocates have called for a “fullscale commitment from both federal and state governments” on the “responsible” delivery of an offshore wind industry in the Hunter.
“While offshore wind became a campaign issue in the seat of Paterson, voters ultimately backed Labor’s renewable energy agenda,” said a joint statement from the Hunter Jobs Alliance, HunterNet, Maritime Union of Australia and the Hunter Community Environment Centre.
“In neighbouring electorates such as Newcastle, Hunter, and Shortland, strong support for Labor’s clean energy policies reinforced the region’s clear commitment to a renewable future.”
In January 2024, 27 local organisations signed an open letter backing offshore wind development in the Hunter.
This month the coalition issued an updated letter to demonstrate strengthened support and urge more decisive action from all levels of government, including the development of a state offshore wind strategy.
In February 2025, the Federal Government officially offered Equinor and Oceanex Energy a feasibility licence for
their Novocastrian Offshore Wind Farm project off the Hunter coast.
This offer is currently being assessed by the proponent.
Feasibility licences are issued for seven years, with proponents required to consult with communities and undertake environmental assessments.
Equinor and Oceanex say the offshore wind farm has the potential to generate over two gigawatts (GW) of electricity, equivalent to powering 1.2 million homes or two Tomago smelters.
The local coalition believes the offering of a single feasibility licence is a “missed opportunity”, given the believed capacity of the broader Hunter Offshore Wind Zone to deliver up to five GW of clean energy.
“Granting feasibility licences for the full five gigawatts will allow for proper environmental and economic assessment, while capping it at just two gigawatts risks undermining the viability of offshore wind in the Hunter,” said Justin Page, coordinator of the Hunter Jobs Alliance.
“If we’re serious about jobs, clean energy, energy security and long-term regional prosperity, we need to plan for the full potential from the start.”
Ivan Waterfield, CEO
of HunterNet, said further projects would provide the scale to “build a genuine industry, not just a project”.
“It means three decades of design and construction work, more than 50 years of operations and maintenance, and real opportunities for long-term jobs, workforce training, domestic manufacturing, and strong regional supply chains.”
Johanna Lynch of the Hunter Community Environment Centre said the establishment of offshore wind is urgent to meet the nation’s climate goals, but stressed that it must “respect the natural environment every step of the way”.
“That's why it's critical that assessment and mitigation of all environmental impacts occurs at the outset, and that proponents maintain open consultation and collaboration with community members and experts with relevant local knowledge, to implement solutions to the potential impacts facing migratory bird species including the Albatross, and the marine ecosystem of the Hunter coast.”
On the other side of the fence, opponents of offshore wind development are calling for the entire process to be halted, citing inadequate community consultation and environmental concerns.
In a statement to media last week, the Newcastle and Port Stephens Game Fish Club took aim at a “botched consultation” process and a recently-finalised Senate inquiry.
On 3 July 2024 the Senate launched an inquiry into the “offshore wind industry consultation process”, which was set to report its findings by 13 February 2025.
After requesting several extensions, the final report was finally tabled on 5 June 2025.
The report recommended that the Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water (DCCEEW) consider ways to improve engagement with First Nations and Traditional Owner groups, and provide “targeted and localised information for each declared area” and a “physical presence to provide information… [and] listen to concerns”.
Another recommendation was that consultation provide a “clear narrative about the broader context of offshore renewable energy”, including the need to transition away from fossil fuel.
Ongoing consultation was also recommended between proponents and local businesses, worker representatives, marine users, and community groups.
The committee additionally recommended
that the Government and DCCEEW “proactively ensure that foreign actors, spam engagement, and misinformation and disinformation do not overpower local community voices from being heard in local public debate”.
Troy Radford, the President of the Newcastle and Port Stephens Game Fish Club, said the Senate inquiry once again failed to effectively consult impacted communities.
“Effectively shutting down a Senate probe into this consultation - or lack thereof - would seem to be another glaring examplé of the absence of civility by government and a dismal acceptance of regional inequality,” he said.
“For the people of Port Stephens and the Myall Coast, this Senate inquiry shutdown
looks, waddles and quacks like yet another breakdown of democracy.
“For a start, consultation was so obviously botched that Federal Minister Chris Bowen ordered an independent investigation - the Dyer report.
“The result was damning and the regions understandably awaited an adequate response.
“However, once reelected, Bowen pressed on toward simply flick-passing the consultation buck to ‘big wind’ proponents.
“Throw in a now-closed Senate probe that also didn't consult witnesses and anyone could be forgiven for questioning why there was no fair-go, respect or integrity shown to areas like Port Stephens and the Myall Coast.”
q The development of an offshore wind industry off the Hunter coast has divided opinions in recent years.
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New terminal gets tested during Mass Passenger Exercise
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University of Newcastle and Port Stephens Council for supporting our Mass Passenger Exercise and getting the message out for volunteers,” Mr Horton said.
“Our terminal was absolutely buzzing today with people showing up ready and excited with their bags, surfboards, oversized luggage and even a service dog, people with reduced mobility and hidden disabilities to help us test accessibility.
“That level of detail and support is what makes this region special.”
Mr Horton said the Mass Passenger Exercise marked the end of the construction phase and the beginning
of the new international terminal’s operational journey.
“We’re now moving from build to activation and today was about making sure we are ready to deliver from day one,” he said.
Participating agencies included Australian Border Force, NSW Police, Fire and Rescue NSW and the Department of Agriculture Fisheries and Forestry, who joined airport teams and ground handling partners alongside Jetstar to validate safety and readiness.
Newcastle Airport’s new terminal will offer Jetstar’s direct flights to Bali from October with further domestic and international services expected to follow.
Former teacher charged over alleged child sexual offences
POLICE have charged an 84-year-old Clarence Town man over alleged historic sexual offences in the Upper Hunter area.
In January 2025, detectives from Port Stephens-Hunter Police District commenced an investigation into reports a teacher in the Raymond Terrace area had allegedly sexually assaulted two boys aged between 14 and 15 in the 1980s.
Police will allege in court that between 1986 and 1987, the teacher allegedly sexually assaulted a teenage boy while he was teaching him to ride a motorbike on a property in Clarence Town.
Another boy was also allegedly sexually assaulted by the man at the same location.
Following extensive inquiries by police, on Monday 9 June the former teacher was issued a court attendance notice for three counts of “sexual assault – person under 16 years of age”. He is due to appear before Raymond Terrace Local Court on Monday 28 July 2025.
Councils and tourism leaders unite to chart course for regional cruise growth
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official launch of the threeyear partnership, led by Port Authority of NSW, which brings together Newcastle, Lake Macquarie, Cessnock, Singleton, Port Stephens, Maitland and Central Coast councils, Destination Sydney Surrounds North, and Newcastle Tourism Industry Group.
The partnership, strengthened by a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), aims to enhance visitor experiences that support cruise growth, and support local businesses to capitalise on the increasing opportunities.
A key outcome from the agreement is joint funding for a part-time Cruise Coordinator that will work with cruise lines to expand their itineraries so that their passengers can experience the best of the Hunter and Central Coast regions.
Port Authority of NSW CEO John McKenna said the MoU agreement would support
local businesses to develop tourism offerings tailored to capture the cruise market over the next decade.
“This partnership is about more than just welcoming cruise ships. It’s about showcasing the incredible experiences the regions have to offer - from the natural beauty of the Central Coast and the Hunter Valley’s worldclass wine country to the vibrant energy of Newcastle itself,” he said.
“It’s a win-win: passengers get unforgettable experiences,
and local businesses and communities benefit from the economic opportunities that come with a thriving cruise industry.”
Port Authority of NSW General Manager Cruise Martin Bidgood said the agreement was a significant milestone for the long-term strategy to grow regional tourism.
“This landmark agreement is a one-of-a-kind model for the Hunter and Central Coast region, drawing on the combined strengths of
the local councils and peak regional tourism bodies,” he said.
"It’s the natural next step following Port Authority's planned expansion of cruise into Newcastle Harbour through a new 10-year licence agreement with Port of Newcastle, announced in 2023.
“This arrangement reinforces Port Authority’s commitment to supporting the state’s cruise industry and driving regional tourism,” he said.
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q A cruise ship entering Newcastle Harbour. Photo: Destination NSW.
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Shuttle bus proposal for headland
By Simon EKINS
PORT Stephens councillor Mark Watson successfully moved a motion on 10 June requesting that Council investigate trialling a Shuttle Bus Service at the Tomaree Headland and Shoal Bay, in order to address traffic and parking issues at peak times.
The Tomaree Headland Heritage Group (THHG) strongly supports the proposal, as the issues were identified during its regular Tomaree Headland Help Desk program.
Peter Clough, President of THHG, believes it is also an opportunity to address wider public transport options.
“In fact, the Tomaree Headland Group has also put forward the idea of upgrading the
Shoal Bay Jetty to allow access by ferry and cruise operators,” he said.
“This can be achieved by a simple extension to the jetty with a pontoon and a ramp.”
The jetty is currently only used by young people as a jumping and diving platform and also by fishing enthusiasts.
“We believe it has the opportunity of becoming multi-functional - without a large cost - for great community benefit.
“The shuttle bus service could easily complement visitors who use a ferry or cruise boat service to access the Headland and Tomaree Coastal Walk and this would, more importantly, reduce the reliance on motor vehicles [and have] associated environmental benefits."
The motion resolved that Council acknowledge the challenge presented by the high number of visitors during the Easter/ Anzac Day peak season, during which an average of 1500 visitors pass the THHG help desk each day.
The General Manager will evaluate the shuttle bus proposal and provide results to Council including costs.
The trial is proposed for the next peak season to transport visitors to the Tomaree Headland and surrounding areas.
q Shoal Bay Jetty with the Tomaree Headland in the background.
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Council to accelerate road improvements
By Lindsay HALL
PORT Stephens Council has approved a motion that will see up to $9 million made available for the improvement of roads across the local government area (LGA).
The motion was introduced at the most recent council meeting on Tuesday 10 June by Port Stephens Mayor Leah Anderson.
Reading from a prepared report on the matter, Mayor Anderson said, “Port Stephens Council manages a network of more than 800km of roads.
“In recent years, the impacts of ongoing weather events have significantly impacted the condition of many of our roads –particularly those built on ageing and vulnerable infrastructure.”
The report acknowledges that roads
have already been established as a priority concern for Port Stephens as it was following community feedback in November 2024 that the Roads Acceleration Program was established.
This initiative directed $10 million in government grants and $7.1 million from the 2023 Special Rate Variation to road improvements.
“However, even with this record level of funding secured, we recognise that more investment is needed to bring the Port Stephens road network to a manageable standard.”
The motion outlines a plan to direct a further $3 million from the natural disaster reserve along with funds generated from the prior sale of surplus land and the intended sale of unused land.
Ocean rescue exercise
A MAJOR multi-agency Search and Rescue Exercise (SAREX) concluded successfully on Saturday, 14 June off the coast of the Hunter.
Over 70 Marine Rescue NSW volunteers and staff participated in the most comprehensive marine rescue simulation ever conducted in the region.
Volunteers and vessels from six Marine Rescue NSW units - Newcastle, Lemon Tree Passage, Port Stephens, Lake Macquarie, Norah Head, and Brisbane Water - joined forces with NSW Police Marine Area Command, Surf Life Saving NSW, NSW Police PolAir, Life Saver Rescue Helicopter, and the Westpac Rescue Helicopter for the live activation.
Marine Rescue NSW Central Zone Commander Dan Duemmer said the full-scale training event met its goal of testing real-time response coordination across sea and air assets.
“This was an unprecedented operation for our region - one that truly put our volunteers and systems through their paces,” Zone Commander Duemmer said.
“The collaboration we saw on the water and over the airwaves demonstrated exactly why these exercises are so critical.”
NSW Police Marine Area Command Chief Inspector Anthony Brazzill said the initial
scenario involved four people (represented by manikins or plastic targets) in the water.
“Today’s simulation involved a six-metre vessel with four people on board, who set out earlier this morning on a whale watching trip,” Chief Inspector Brazzill said.
“The crew had logged their departure with Marine Rescue NSW and were scheduled to return at 6am.
“When the crew failed to Log Off, Marine Rescue NSW volunteers conducted inquiries and located the vessel trailer at the boat ramp, the incident was escalated to NSW Police Marine Area Command.
“Multiple agencies and assets were deployed to conduct an immediate search of the highest-probability area, aiming to locate and rescue survivors and recover all missing persons.”
The simulation involved designated search areas stretching from Stockton Bight to Redhead, with rescue vessels operating up to five nautical miles offshore.
Four Marine Rescue NSW rescue watercraft (RWCs) focused on inshore areas, while air assets provided aerial reconnaissance and coordination.
Participants were tasked with locating and recovering targets, including manikins
Referring to the motion as “one of the most important things we’ve got going on right now”, Cr Chris Doohan thanked Council staff for the creation of the plan.
“There’s a tonne of work that’s gone into this, in the background, in identifying these places.”
He also clarified that the reason Central Ward works will commence in Medowie before moving to Salt Ash, is because equipment is already engaged in projects in the area.
Cr Mark Watson shared a similar point with regard to the East Ward works commencing in Corlette.
Cr Giacomo Arnott said that councillors had inherited a road network that was historically underfunded, had not been cared for properly for decades, and which was in dire need of a significant funding boost.
“People deserve to get to and from home safely, it’s as simple as that.”
In her closing remarks, Cr Anderson warned that despite the historic level of funding of approximately $39 million, “it’s not going to fix all our roads.”
Acknowledging the potential for community concerns over decisions to prioritise certain roads above others, as well as disagreement over the closure and sale of land as part of the scheme, she called for patience and understanding.
“I ask the community to consider the big picture here and that we have to make some serious decisions sometimes as councillors to do the right thing for our community.
“And making more roads safer for our community is exactly the right thing for our community.”
and simulated debris, as part of a realistic maritime emergency scenario.
Rescue vessels moved in formation through assigned grid patterns, replicating the tactics used during real-life searches.
While activity was underway on the
water, over 30 Marine Rescue NSW volunteer radio operators based at the Marine Rescue Newcastle base coordinated communications, honing their skills in supporting a highpressure, evolving operation.
“The radio communications exercise ran parallel to the on-water activity and was a key element in testing our full regional response capability,” Zone Commander Duemmer said.
“It also allowed less experienced volunteers to gain critical operational experience in a live training environment.”
Zone Commander Duemmer thanked all participating agencies for their contribution and emphasised the importance of ongoing joint exercises to maintain rescue readiness.
“Our ability to respond effectively in lifethreatening situations depends on how well we train together. This exercise reinforced the strength of our partnerships and the dedication of every volunteer and team member involved,” he said.
q Lemon Tree Passage volunteers search on board LM 30.
q A volunteer searches from inside the cabin.
q A crew member retrieves a mannikin.
Life drawing group welcomes newcomers
By Simon EKINS
“LEARNING never exhausts the mind,” said the fifteenth century Italian painter, draughtsman, engineer, scientist, theorist, sculptor and architect Leonardo da Vinci.
It helps explain why a life drawing group has endured for more than 20 years at the Port Stephens Community Art Centre.
Drawing from a live model is a discipline that has been used through the
ages not only by artists, but anyone who wants to gain an understanding of form, line and expression.
This includes architects, designers, and doctors, who all find it valuable.
“Once you start to draw from life, other artistic visions and opportunities are open to you,” artist Ileana Clarke said.
“Our group’s morning tea break gives everyone a chance to exchange ideas and share experiences.
“We welcome everyone from beginners to
professional artists, with many people enjoying seeing their skills developing in a creative and supportive environment.”
The group meets on Friday mornings from 9.30am-12.30pm at the Port Stephens Community Art Centre in Nelson Bay.
A workshop focusing on how to draw from a life model will soon be available to those who join the group.
For more information, contact Ileana Clarke on 0407 249438.
Raymond Terrace lights up
By Cosette DE LORENZO
RAYMOND Terrace was lit-up over the weekend for a night of light and community.
Illuminate Raymond Terrace took place on Saturday 14 June and featured live music, fire twirlers and light installations.
“Illuminate is such a great event for our community, bringing everyone together for a bit of fun, colour and connection,” Member for Port
Stephens Kate Washington said.
Students from local schools created lanterns and artworks for the event.
Among them were students from Irrawang Public School.
The school hosted a stall for the night, selling glow products and running a student leadership guessing competition.
A spokesperson for the school thanked the volunteers who helped run the stall.
"We couldn’t have done it without you all," they said.
Local performers took to the stage for a live music performance, and mobile food trucks offered an array
captures the heart of our community,” she said.
“It shines a light on what makes Raymond Terrace so unique.”
The event was hosted by the Port Stephens Council in partnership with The Mutual Bank.
“The Mutual Bank is incredibly proud to be returning as a presenting partner of such a wonderful community event like Illuminate,” CEO Mark Williams said.
Despite apprehension
q A life drawing example by Ileana Clarke.
Logistics hub gets funding boost
THE state government has announced it will invest $115.5 million to build the Newcastle Logistics Precinct, described as a “critical new hub that will support the delivery of more reliable and affordable renewable energy to homes and businesses across NSW”.
The investment in the 2025-26 NSW Budget will see the Precinct developed next to the Port of Newcastle, at the former BHP Steelwork’s Intertrade Site.
It will provide portside storage for equipment, including wind turbines and transformers, that is needed to build renewable energy projects across the state.
Equipment will be stored on a newly paved laydown area before being loaded onto heavy vehicles.
It will then be transported to energy projects using the state road network, sections of which are already being upgraded to deal with these heavy vehicle movements
q Minister for Climate Change and Energy Penny Sharpe at the announcement.
and build better roads for communities.
Minister for Climate Change and Energy Penny Sharpe said, “The Newcastle Logistics Precinct will enable the investment underpinning our once-in-a-generation upgrade of the energy system.
“With solar and wind projects being developed across the state, there’ll be
many large components arriving at the Port of Newcastle – and they need to be safely stored before they can be moved to renewable energy zones.
“The Newcastle Logistics Precinct will significantly improve our capacity to store and efficiently transport the equipment required to build the critical renewable energy
projects we need to replace ageing coal-fired power stations.”
The project is being overseen by EnergyCo, working closely with the Port of Newcastle.
According to the government, the redevelopment recognises the heritage features of the site and will protect
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q The former BHP Steelworks Intertrade Site.
Positive Behaviour for Learning
THE latest winners of the Raymond Terrace Community Positive Behaviour for Learning (PBL) awards have been revealed.
Irrawang PS: Ruby is a dedicated PBL representative who independently goes out of her way to assist teachers and students. Ruby regularly runs morning assemblies where she discusses the weekly focus, important messages and daily reminders. She is also a dedicated STAR Leader that gives up her time to assist with activities at breaks. Ruby truly is a safe, responsible learner who shows respect to everyone, everywhere, every time.
Raymond Terrace PS: Jaxen is nominated by a parent for supporting her children who have been anxious about coming to school in the mornings and helping to guide them in. He is an important part of the 007 School Leadership Team who uses his own time to run activities for younger students, always
treating them with respect and kindness. He lives by the school motto: “Big looks after little”.
Grahamstown PS: Merida Potter was nominated for her outstanding demonstration of integrity and kindness. Recently, Merida found a sum of money outside the school grounds and, rather than keeping it for herself, she took the commendable initiative to ask other community members in the area if they had lost anything.
Irrawang HS: As a proud Ngarralbaa Ambassador, Lexi played an instrumental role in designing the stunning Aboriginal artwork on the new school building. Lexi also demonstrated leadership qualities when she spoke at the International Women’s Day breakfast at Murrook. Lexi demonstrates school PBL values of respect, responsibility and personal best.
Hunter River HS: Millie is nominated for her initiative in supporting “Do It For Dolly Day”. She approached
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the school’s Wellbeing team with the idea to hold a bake sale, raising awareness and funds for Dolly's Dream, a foundation dedicated to ending bullying and supporting families affected by it. Through her dedication and hard work, the fundraiser raised $525!
Salt Ash PS: Silva is an outstanding school captain who demonstrates dedication
and commitment in all she does. She consistently models Salt Ash PS values of being positive, respectful, and safe, setting a wonderful example for all members of the school community.
Medowie PS: Daniel has been nominated for his outstanding support at the school’s athletics carnival by marshalling students, organising heats, moving
equipment and running errands. His outstanding efforts greatly contributed to the overall success and enjoyment of all at the carnival.
Seaham PS: Brennan is a caring student who goes above and beyond in supporting other students. He was observed collecting jumpers from the handball area, ensuring they were
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Karuah PS: Letti is nominated for demonstrating inclusivity during infants sport by checking in and encouraging all younger students to participate and engage in sporting activities.
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Nadina Marsh a netball dynamo
By Chris KARAS
WITH a wealth of experience as a netball mentor, Nadina Marsh is a valuable asset to the sport she fosters passionately.
You’ll find the dynamic representative netball convenor encouraging players, officials and umpires all year-round in the Port Stephens Netball Association (PSNA), based at Raymond Terrace.
Whether it's coaching aspiring or seasoned players, co-ordinating development and senior programs, or giving technical advice to umpires, tireless Nadina puts in countless hours on and off court.
Her involvement in the game spans nearly five decades and she is widely respected around the state netball scene.
It has been a fascinating journey since her introduction to the sport
as a young schoolgirl in Kempsey.
Nadina represented the Macleay Netball Association as a skilful centre from Under 12s to Opens before relocating to the Port Stephens region.
She served Nelson Bay as a hard working secretary and umpires convenor, before moving across to the Port Stephens association where she has given yeoman service for the past decade as a representative coach.
Last year, Nadina was officially recognised for her tremendous contribution to representative netball with a Service Medal.
She continues to impart her knowledge of the game to hundreds of young and older athletes, and she has been a long-standing executive member.
Most recently, she was Technical Services Officer - supporting both the association’s coaching and
umpire pathways.
Nadina’s organisational skills are exemplary.
She has also served as secretary of Nelson Bay FC for six years as well as the Nelson Bay Touch Football Association and she founded The Bay club, which fields three teams in the PSNA competition.
When she has time, Nadina turns out for The Bay’s Senior Two outfit where she holds her own against younger opponents with her netball smarts, vision and tenacity.
The three Bay teams feature many of Port Stephens’ rising junior representative players who have all been coached by Nadina at various levels.
Netball also runs in the family.
Daughter, Taylah Potter, is a talented midcourter with the Queanbeyan club in the Canberra Netball Association.
Taylah represented Nelson Bay from Under 12s to Under 17s at state carnivals and later Port
Stephens from Under 17s to Opens at NSW State Senior titles where she impressed with her court craft.
A highlight for Nadina at the recent State Senior Championships at Campbelltown was watching the Port Stephens Under 17 girls capture back to back Division Four trophies.
Many of the girls featured in Nadina’s Under 15 Port Stephens representative team, which finished third at last year’s State Junior titles.
“It was a huge thrill to see Port Stephens and Nelson Bay finish top two in the Under 17s Division Four and several of the girls step up and produce the goods in senior company,” Nadina told News Of The Area.
“Both Nelson Bay and Port Stephens Netball are close to my heart and we continue to enjoy our shared successes at elite carnivals throughout the state.”
Nelson Bay runners-up at state netball titles
By Chris KARAS
THEY fell agonisingly short of state championship honours but Nelson Bay Netball Association still has much to celebrate.
Fiona McGrath’s talented U17s representative squad finished runners-up in the Division Four category at this year’s Senior State Netball Titles in Sydney.
In a major boost for the region, the Nelson Bay young guns produced lion-hearted performances to post 15 wins from their 17 fixtures and earn a top two ranking alongside neighbours and 2025 champions Port Stephens.
A highlight for Nelson Bay was the courageous 17-14 victory over Port Stephens on the opening day of the state carnival.
It was Port Stephens’ only loss of the tournament.
Nelson Bay team manager Michelle Weber told News Of The Area that the girls have shown
consistent form at lead-in carnivals and were primed for a strong showing at the state titles at Campbelltown.
“They stepped up and gave the competition a big shake,” Michelle said.
“The girls are such a delightful group to watch, and [they] have built a solid understanding both on and off court and continue to improve in all facets.”
Nelson Bay also recorded wins over Casino (22-12), Coonabarabran (24-8), Marlin Coast (1913), Singleton (15-10), Lower Clarence (21-6), Tumut (19-6), Cowra (234), Woolgoolga (15-7), Brunswick-Byron (30-3), Blayney (18-14), Armidale (16-10), Gunnedah (30-4), Wollondilly (19-13) and Inverell (24-6).
The team’s only two losses were to Manning Valley (13-10) and invitational side South Canberra (15-10).
Emerging midcourters Amber Redman, Charlize
Fines, Tara Kenny and Abbey Hunter shone for Nelson Bay along with sharp shooters
Melody Tibbs, Chelsea Johnson, Isabella Gardner and key defenders Anneliese Jones, Charli Ball and Kate
Slade.
Also impressive was the Nelson Bay U15s squad coached by Taylar Wilks and stalwart Amanda Wilks, which finished third in the Division 4 series.
The team won 11 matches from their 18 fixtures to earn a top three ranking with 24 points, behind eventual champions Sapphire Coast (31 points) and Armidale District (29).
The Nelson Bay Opens team, coached by Ashlee Hall, finished 12th with six victories in the tough Division Two category, which was won by the Barellan and District Association.
Classy Conners inspires Power to AFL win over Saints
By Chris KARAS
IT HAS been a tough learning curve for the Port Stephens Power men's AFL team in their first season of the Hunter Central Coast Black Diamond Plate competition.
But hope springs eternal for the squad after chalking up their second win on a damp Ferodale Oval last weekend.
The morale-boosting victory snapped a five match losing streak for the Power.
After crushing losses to higher ranked clubs Lake Macquarie Dockers (110-31), Killarney Vale Bombers (12043) and Singleton Roosters (110-34) early in the season, the Port Stephens men regained some confidence with their 101 point mauling of the Saints.
Spearheaded by inspirational skipper and gun ruck rover Reegan Conners, the rookie Port Stephens lineup trounced Maitland Saints 127-26.
The all-action Conners proved the architect - booting four of the Power’s 19 goals and creating opportunities with his crafty ball skills, vision, and non-stop running in a best-on-ground performance.
He was ably supported by sharp shooters Ayden Murray, Aaron Marsh and hard working vice captain Joe Contin.
Marsh and Murray kicked three and two goals respectively and, along with
warrior Contin, kept the pressure on the Saints in the wet conditions.
Other goal scorers for the Power were Jesse Anear (three), Ben Mills (two), Sean Workman (two), Contin, Riley Johnston and Cameron Wood,
Port Stephens set up victory with a dominant opening quarter, kicking 10 goals and four behinds against a shell-shocked Maitland side to jump to a commanding 64-21 lead.
The Power led 99-22 at
the close of the third before finishing strongly with another four goals in the final term.
Port Stephens coach Tony Merritt told News Of The Area that his fledgling squad “continue to improve each game against more seasoned opponents in a strong competition.”
“The team has made progress but are doing it the hard way,” he said.
Merritt’s rookies face another big challenge when
they square off against fifthranked Wyong Lakes Magpies at Ferodale Oval this Saturday at 2pm.
Port Stephens women's team remain in the top six after a 90-0 forfeit win over the Terrigal Avoca Panthers in the Black Diamond Plate series.
They take on the allconquering competition leaders Maitland Saints this Saturday at Max McMahon Oval at noon.
q Nelson Bay’s U17s rep team finished runners-up to Port Stephens at the Senior State Netball Titles in Sydney.
q Rep netball convenor Nadina Marsh (left) with coach Emma Penfold (centre) and manager Mel Crain.
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Destiny Haven is a residential place of healing for women whose lives have been shattered by life-controlling issues such as drug and alcohol addiction, eating disorders, self-harm, and trauma resulting from domestic violence or childhood abuse.
Destiny Haven provides the professional, physical and emotional nurturing needed to restore the health and capacity of participating women.
The facility’s goal is to equip vulnerable women with the tools and support they need to lead productive and fulfilling lifestyles.
It is a safe haven – a place for women to regroup, breathe and heal.
Caring and experienced volunteer staff members live on-site and are available 24/7 to support participants overcome the legacy of past traumas and to help them move forward in freedom and renewal.
Destiny Haven’s recovery program is long-term (12 months or more); women’s deep emotional, spiritual, social, and practical needs are addressed with the aim of empowering them to establish and fulfil their own unique destiny.
Destiny Haven is a Christian program and all programs are designed with this overarching ethos.
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A range of options for your body
CHIROPRACTORS, osteopaths and physiotherapists all treat musculoskeletal issues, but each approaches treatment differently.
The best choice depends on your specific needs and the nature of your condition.
It's recommended to discuss your concerns with your doctor or a qualified health professional to determine the most appropriate treatment approach.
According to Chiropractic Australia, chiropractic professionals are involved in the assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of musculoskeletal problems.
Chiropractors work with people with conditions such as neck pain, back pain, headache, whiplash, strains and sprains, overuse injuries, and work and sports injuries.
Chiropractic treatment involves the use of various approaches, including soft tissue techniques such as massage, stretching and mobilisation (gentle movements of the joints to improve mobility), and manipulation/adjustments.
In addition to these hands-on approaches, chiropractors can also prescribe exercises, and offer advice on managing the condition.
According to the Australian Physiotherapy Association, physiotherapists can help individuals recover from injury, reduce pain and stiffness, increase mobility and prevent further injury.
Physiotherapists employ exercise programs to improve mobility and strengthen muscles, joint and soft tissue manipulation and mobilisation to reduce pain and stiffness, muscle re-education to improve control, and airway clearance techniques and breathing exercises.
They also acupuncture and utilise dry needling, hydrotherapy, and provide assistance with mobility aids.
According to Osteopathy Australia, osteopathy focuses on the whole body to promote healing, improve the body’s mobility, circulation and wellbeing.
Using a combination of traditional and modern healthcare philosophies, osteopaths generally use non-invasive forms of therapy like muscle soft-tissue work, joint mobilisation or manipulation, stretching and exercises, combined with education and advice to support the body’s natural healing processes.
daily life and support each other along the journey of recovery.
as members of the Destiny family, in running their ‘home’ and participating in structured programs and counselling to
their recovery.
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offering residential accommodation for up to 16 clients, the property
boasts a productive vegetable garden, swimming pool and staff accommodation housing.
Protecting our energy tradition means updating it
DEAR News Of The Area,
AUSTRALIA has long supplied energy and manufactured products to the world.
We can protect this tradition by updating.
Local companies have already moved into cleaner production and we already supply more than 40% of our National Electricity Market with clean energy.
At independent industry think tank Beyond Zero Emissions, we created an assessment to measure progress to clean exports in our industrial regions.
Our recent assessment of the Hunter shows local industry wants to move to clean production, but
Dorin’s Draws
By Paul DORIN
delivering that clean energy to industry is lagging on 17 of 19 indicators.
Local industry needs the Hunter Transmission Project completed in 2028 to deliver that clean energy and some 74 percent of the renewable energy capacity pipeline is yet to receive planning approval which typically takes between five and eight years.
Australia’s only remaining steel bar processor, Milltech Martin Bright, saved nearly $5 million from 2014 to 2024 whilst saving 44,000
The Big Screen
By Lindsay HALL
ANOTHER week, another longawaited “legacy sequel” in 28 Years Later, the pseudo-zombie, post-apocalyptic, horror film from director Danny Boyle (Slumdog Millionaire).
As the title implies, it has now been 28 years since the “rage virus” was initially unleashed upon the world, causing those exposed to instantaneously become uncontrollably violent.
A small group of survivors living on a closely guarded peninsula are forced to return to England’s mainland and must contend with the horrors they uncover.
The original 28 Days Later was a kind of career-saving, back-to-basics experiment for Boyle.
He found a strong collaborator in writer Alex Garland, who also returns for this installment.
Jodie Comer, Aaron TaylorJohnson and Ralph Fiennes are the famous faces amongst a cast of lesser-known character actors.
Families will have a reason for a cinema trip thanks to Pixar’s latest release, Elio
The tale of an 11-year-old somewhat misfit UFO obsessed boy (the titular Elio), the film follows his journey from social outcast to actual alien abductee who is then mistaken for Earth’s chief representative.
There is possibly no other film studio in history with a track record for producing high-quality storytelling and well-crafted films like Pixar’s.
Its particular process of inhouse development has produced a slate of films almost universally beloved by all ages.
Though there has been some skepticism at the untested premise (the film is not based on any
tonnes of emissions through a large solar installation, upgrading air compressors and the purchase of a power analyser, among other things.
Our regions can be clean manufacturing powerhouses.
But we need to coordinate and prepare regionally and nationally, now.
On theCouch
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DEAR Jasminda,
WHEN I was in the hairdresser last week, I overheard the woman opposite me tell the hairdresser that she wanted a new style because she was about to leave her husband after 18 years of marriage. On my way out, I took a quick glance at the person in question, and realised, to my horror, that it was Claudia from my social group.
I now feel burdened by this information.
She seemed so happy in her relationship.
We were even invited to a dinner cruise with her and Larry in a couple of weeks.
What do I do now?
Leanne Q.
Dear Leanne,
case, unravelling relationships.
A hairdresser is much more than someone who styles hair. They quite literally strip down surface pretensions.
Who else sees you in the harsh light of day, reflected back to yourself in a mirror, half a roll of foil clamped around your regrowth, a dark cape enhancing the purple circles under your eyes.
And so begins the great unburdening.
The conversation starts simply enough, often with the weather, but by the time you reach the basin with its reclining chair, essential oils wafting through the air, and a cranial massage delivered by the hands of an angel, not only are you ready to tell your hairdresser your innermost secrets, you're probably ready to include them in your will.
Regards, Heidi LEE, CEO, Beyond
Zero
Emissions.
previous material) audiences should remember the same was true of Wall-E, UP and even Toy Story.
Musically minded folk may find something to capture them with the documentary One to One: John & Yoko.
Directors Kevin Macdonald and Sam Rice-Edwards have built a narrative around restored concert footage of the “One to One” benefit show from 1972, drawing on interviews, news footage and recorded conversations to create a greater understanding of John Lennon and Yoko Ono as performers, political activists and a couple.
Sean Ono Lennon was also involved in the film, supervising the restoration process for the archival footage.
If you’re seeking a foreign flavour you might try Jane Austen Wrecked My Life, from French filmmaker Laura Piani.
Perhaps instead of telling you what to do, I should tell you what not to do.
Under no circumstances should you repeat this conversation, told in confidence, to anyone else. What happens at Sharon's Live and Let Dye Salon stays at Sharon's Live and Let Dye Salon.
A hairdressing salon is very much like a confessional booth (with more comfortable chairs and Taylor Swift's Shake it Off on rotation).
Hairdressers, due to the amount of time they spend giving their customers their undivided attention, become a therapist of sorts.
A simple, 'How are you? Can I get you a tea or coffee?' followed by three hours of pampering, sets off a chain reaction that invariably results in customers feeling relaxed enough and 'heard' enough to chat about everything from children's careers to sick parents, to, in this
Agathe is an aspiring novelist who is prompted by a friend to attend a Jane Austen writers retreat in England.
Once there she becomes caught in her very own Pride and Prejudice as she navigates the affections of her long-time friend who would like to
Flood clean-up continues
By Cosette DE LORENZO
CLEAN-UP efforts continue following severe flooding in the Port Stephens area.
Lake Macquarie City Council offered its support in clearing flood-affected waste in Raymond Terrace this week.
Port Stephens Mayor Leah Anderson was grateful for the help.
“It is greatly appreciated by our community and Port Stephens Council,” she said.
Minister for Emergency Management
Kristy McBain, also visited Port Stephens this week to observe the impact of the floods and discuss natural disaster recovery plans.
She was taken on a tour of the most heavily impacted areas within Port Stephens.
“I heard incredible stories of resilience, generosity and community spirit at a very difficult time,” Ms McBain said.
“Recovery isn’t over in a day and the Australian Government will continue to work collaboratively with our state and local counterparts to provide the support that is needed.
Recovery Assistance Points were set-up at Raymond Terrace this week to provide advice and support for those affected.
Service NSW is also offering a personal hardship assistance payment for those impacted by the natural disaster. However, some residents have found
they are unable to claim the payment as their suburb has not been deemed eligible.
“I understand that several suburbs have not been included in the East Coast Severe Weather Hardship Assistance payment,” Member for Port Stephens Kate Washington said.
“I have been – and will continue –pushing for more of our Port Stephens suburbs to be added to the list.”
The Port Stephens Council is continuing to remove rubbish and is offering a kerbside collection for residents with bulky flood-affected waste.
q A submerged walking track along Shoal Bay Road.
Then, feeling a bit light headed, you confidently agree to anything, including the offer of the extra-cost hair smoothing treatment and blowdry, and you feel incredible. You also naively believe that you will be able to pull off the new style with your Kmart hairdryer and some hair clips.
This is the stage your friend was at.
She felt unburdened and vivacious.
Her hairdresser was just about to remove her cape in the final unveiling, like a butterfly emerging from a cocoon (or perhaps like a woman leaving Larry the plumber with his gammy leg and gambling addiction) when she spotted you and the spell was broken.
Leanne, I implore you to treat the overheard conversation with the discretion it deserves.
Perhaps your friend will announce her decision on the cruise.
Until then, hold your tongue more firmly than Sharon wrangling your hair into a topknot.
Carpe diem, Jasminda.
be something more, and the newly met, wealthy descendant of Austen. A fairly inoffensive romantic comedy, this film may hold appeal to Austen fans.
READING by Lynne Miles: Psalm 46: 1 STRENGTHENER - "God is our strength and refuge; a very present help in time of trouble."
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Stinker’s History: Recreational shooting at Myall Lakes
By John ‘Stinker’ CLARKE
THE main recreational activities at Port Stephens have traditionally been fishing and boating.
From the 1880s up until the Second World War, there was an additional outdoor sporting activity in the Myall Lakes district - recreational shooting.
Groups would travel to Port Stephens for the combined activities of fishing and shooting.
For many years from the late 1880s, fowls, ducks, swans and wallabies around the Myall Lakes area were under continued attack from recreational shooters.
Some of the material presented consists of descriptions of travel excursions by tourists or sporting parties to the Port Stephens area, in which recreational shooting formed a major component.
It is difficult to comprehend today, with the controls in place by NPWS, NSW Fisheries and environmental bodies, that the hunting and fishing methods of the pioneering families and visitors were not only acceptable but eagerly pursued.
I have included certain newspaper articles that appeared around the time that reflect the attitude towards
recreational hunting and fishing.
The newspaper articles are the result of research conducted by Kevin and Mary McGinness.
The Newcastle Morning Herald and Miners’ Advocate of 12 June 1882, page 3, reported:
“No greater treat can be afforded a lover of beautiful scenery than a trip to Port Stephens, and thence up the Myall Lakes. “The fishing and shooting to be done is superb, the lakes being literally crowded with swan and duck, besides schnapper, mullet, bream, and other species too numerous to mention. This route will find all they desire at Witts Hotel.”
The Newcastle Sun of 24 March 1926, page 6:
“Three lovers of fishing have returned to their homes in the Newcastle district after an eight day excursion in the locality of Port Stephens and Myall Lakes.
“The party succeeded in catching over 600 fish of many kind.
“Shooting in the bush was also enjoyed, and many parrots and other birds were secured.
“The visit was full of interest, from a scenic point of view, and the party considers that the area over which it travelled is well worth seeing by others.”
Recreational shooting in the Port Stephens area had ceased by the start of the Second World War. By 1939, parts of the Myall Lakes had been declared a sanctuary area.
Stinker’s Fishin’: The mighty Mulloway
By John ‘Stinker’ CLARKE
IT appears to me that along with catching a giant snapper, catching a mighty mulloway is on the top of every fisherman's catch list.
It may come as some surprise to realise that mulloway are everywhere - on the beaches, over the offshore
reefs, in the deep holes, over wrecks, around bridges, along breakwalls and way up in the shallow waters.
This is the time of year when your chances are increased because of all the fish movement along our coastline and inside the harbour – mullet, salmon, bream, luderick, tailor and predators sharks and mulloway.
You don't need me to tell you
that the mulloway is a big fish, some close to 40kg, so it is necessary to prepare yourself for a real battle with heavy line (15kg plus) and big hooks (6/0 plus).
When it comes to bait, mulloway aren't fussy and will have a crack at just about anything.
They do however have a preference for fresh squid, live yellowtail or slimy mackerel and
The Dungog Chronicle of 24 February 1939, page 4, reported:
“Ducks and swans are plentiful on the Myall Lakes, and shooters are always after them.
“As this area has been declared a sanctuary, Mr. A. E. Dickinson, of ‘Parklands,’ intends to protect the birds, and with the assistance of two more rangers will patrol the area.”
Mr Arthur Dickinson had previously been an honorary ranger at Mount Tomaree, Port Stephens.
After leaving Mount Tomaree around 1939, Arthur Dickinson purchased a property named ‘Parklands’ near the Myall Lakes and resided there until his death in 1954.
fresh fillet of tailor.
They love nothing more than a big sea worm if you are fishing off the beach. Mulloway will also gobble up a big prawn, pilchard, luderick fillet and live tailor or mullet.
The most likely spots to target are the deeper “gutters”along Stockton and Fingal Beaches, Nelson Bay Breakwall, the Salamander wreck and Karuah Bridge.
My favoured time to strike is one hour before sundown to two hours after with a rising moon on a full tide.
Berley with a rich mixture of bread, prawn heads and diced yellowtail - lower your bait into the berley trail and hang on!
q The Korsmans on the water for a shooting excursion (c 1905) hunting with shotguns. The boat is the ‘Greyhound’ brought to Tea Gardens by ‘Diver’ Duncan.
q Back in the days when I targeted mulloway.
Classy Clark engineers solid Gropers victory
By Chris KARAS
A RETURN to his junior roots has rekindled the rugby career of Nelson Bay Gropers fullback sensation Will Clark.
The dashing custodian demonstrated his value in the Hunter Suburban Men's Rugby competition with a best on ground performance in the Gropers’ resounding 56-12 victory over Singleton Black Bulls on a rain-sodden Bill Strong Oval last weekend.
In front of the vocal crowd for Memorial Old Players Day, the elusive Clark produced a solo four try display that mesmerised the Bulls and left local supporters craving more.
The versatile 20-year-old showed his attacking skills as Nelson Bay outclassed their rivals in an eight try romp to consolidate fourth spot on the premiership ladder.
Strong running flanker Jordan Byfield capped a powerhouse performance with a hat trick of tries while winger Jake Langsford completed the rout with a determined five pointer.
Nelson Bay’s ball playing
centre Sam Ingham menaced the Bulls with his silky passing out wide, combining with the dynamic Clark to spark many an attacking raid.
Clark proved unstoppable as he burst into the backline and showed his speed and class to help the Gropers post their third win from five matches, despite the dismal conditions.
A local junior, Clark featured in the Gropers’
Premier Three team as a gun utility back before spending the last two seasons with the Hunter Wildfires Colts team in the NSW Shute Shield.
Returning from injury, Clark pounced on the ball from a chip kick and scooted over for the opening try of the match with flanker Ryan Marshall converting before adding a penalty goal.
Slick passing from centres Ingham and Michael Hotene
resulted in a try for the fleet footed Langsford before a rampant Clark burst through to score his second try under the posts and establish a 25-0 lead at the interval.
Three second half tries by Jordan Byfield and a Clark double rammed home the Gropers advantage.
Young Nelson Bay props Jake Affleck and Eddie Du Vos upstaged the bigger Singleton forward pack with strong
games and were supported by veteran number eight and skipper Adam Edwards, lock Sam Rocher, rookie hooker Oliver Edwards, the Byfield brothers Riley and Jordan as well as Lewis and Mitch Affleck.
With half back Kade Redmond and fly half Khace Petera calling the shots, the Nelson Bay backs ran amok with Clark, wingers Langsford and Danny Arnfield, Ingham and Hotene proving too sharp on the muddy surface.
Maitland Blacks Women's team grabbed a last gasp try to snatch a 24-19 win over Nelson Bay under lights.
In trying conditions, the
Youth policy a plus for Medowie FC Bumblebees
By Chris KARAS
MEDOWIE Football Club is reaping the benefits of an effective youth policy in the senior ranks.
A batch of promising colts have forced their way into the Bumblebees’ Zone League Three sides – revitalising the club’s 2025 Newcastle Football inter-district campaign.
Making an impact is rookie 17-year-old goalkeeper Kayden Morris, who becomes
the youngest-ever gloveman to put on a Medowie FC jumper in first grade.
The acrobatic Morris was blooded in reserve grade as a 16-year-old junior last season and has made the jump to the top grade after impressive performances between the sticks.
Pushing Kayden all the way is another one of the club’s exciting young keepers, Alex Moore.
Just 16, athletic Alex is carving a niche with the
Bumblebees’ Zone League reserve grade line up and has a bright future in the sport.
With an average age of only 19, Medowie FC’s youthful reserve grade squad is rich in talent with a core of skilful prospects from the club’s junior nursery.
Two other budding stars to keep an eye on are gifted midfielder Jack Jones and prolific goal-scoring forward Alex Phillips.
Both are aged only 18, are fierce warriors on field,
and have shown a maturity beyond their years with superb displays in the early rounds.
Club legend Matt Morris, who is saddling up for another season as a playercoach, predicts bright futures for his outstanding crop of local juniors.
“All have come through our junior system and have developed their games under the expertise of our wellcredentialled coaching panel,” he told News Of The Area.
Port Stephens U17 netballers take out NSW Senior Netball titles
FROM Page 24 (18-4), Woolgoolga (18-6), Brunswick-Byron (24-3), Blayney (12-10), Armidale District (17-12), South Canberra (20-9), Gunnedah (28-5) and Wollondilly (22-9).
runners-up on 30 points with 15 victories.
They were the only team to defeat the classy Port Stephens line-up, edging out the eventual champions 1714 in an early crackerjack contest.
Leading the way for Port Stephens were outstanding midcourters Emily Crain, Isobel Frize, Sarah Byrne and Laura Moir; defenders Caitlin Porter, Blair Vorenkamp and Caitlin Scaines; plus talented shooters Lilia Frize, Lily
Peters and Bronte Bohan.
It was a case of déjà vu for returning players Scaines, Peters and Bohan after also tasting previous championship success with the association’s triumphant 2024 U17s side.
Port Stephens’ Representative Netball Convenor Nadina Marsh told News Of The Area that the Division Four title victory was “a just reward for the tireless efforts both on and off court by all players and officials involved.”
Nadina had coached many
of the girls in last year’s Port Stephens U15s representative team, which finished third at the 2024 titles.
“This is an extremely talented squad, who are fine ambassadors for our association and continue to develop their skills under the coaching of Emma.”
Port Stephens registered impressive wins over Inverell (17-8), Casino (1410), Coonabarabran (20-4), Manning Valley (18-7), Marlin Coast (15-13), Singleton (1914), Lower Clarence (1510), Tumut (19-10), Cowra
Bay
“It was a tremendous team effort under the guidance of coach Emma and manager Mel Crain and primary carer/ physio Oliver Vorenkamp, who worked like a Trojan behind the scenes to keep the girls sharp and fit over the duration of the carnival,” Nadina said.
“Our U15s and Opens teams were also competitive in their respective divisions and showed plenty of spirit against tough opposition.”
“They have transitioned nicely into senior football and have grabbed their opportunities to play in the top grade with both hands.” Morris was appointed vice president of Newcastle Football’s Board of Directors last November.
Gropers held a narrow lead before conceding a converted try on the bell in a gripping tussle.
Talented flanker Sophie Lembke earned the Players’ Player award for her outstanding performance with support from classy winger Tanya Jones, fly half Tash Harris and fullback Emjay Walters. Nelson Bay men's team take on the Muswellbrook Heelers this Saturday at Highbrook Park at 3pm while the women square off with Newcastle University at Bernie Curren Oval at 11.50am.
He follows in the footsteps of his late mother Gail Morris - a former Board director and Medowie FC stalwart - who co-ordinated the Newcastle Football fixtures for 15 years. He also joins another Medowie FC stalwart and Board director Graham Beasley on a distinguished Newcastle Football honour roll.
By Lee RANKIN
“playing the music you grew up with”
q Dynamic Nelson Bay rugby fullback Will Clark bursts over for one of his four tries. Photo: Caleb Nettle.
q Tireless Nelson Bay rugby forward Lewis Affleck charges upfield.
q Outstanding young Medowie FC goalkeepers Kayden Morris (left) and Alex Moore.
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It’s been 20 years since Spicks and Specks first aired and Australia realised that watching famous folk replace song lyrics with completely unrelated texts was TV gold. To celebrate, host Adam Hills and team captains Myf Warhurst and Alan Brough are back with another round of their greatest hits. Tonight’s guests include comedians Nina Oyama and Steph Tisdell, stage and screen powerhouse Natalie Bassingthwaighte (pictured, with Oyama), Ball Park Music frontman Sam Cromack and with singer-songwriter Sarah Blasko serenading the winning team once all is said and done.
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MONDAY
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SEVEN, 7.30pm
If you were marooned on a deserted island, what three things would you bring? A bridal gown, bouquet and a blind date probably aren’t too high on the list, but in this new reality romance series, that’s exactly what you can expect. After a speed dating event, 12 singles (including Amy, right) are matched up and married, before being dropped off on a remote tropical island with nothing but their formalwear and each other. Completely removed from their lives, technology and distractions, it’s an immersive experience not for the fainthearted, as the lovelorn participants have nowhere to hide – but everything to gain. Radio star Jackie O narrates as sparks fly and campfires aren’t the only thing igniting.
TUESDAY
WHO DO YOU THINK YOU ARE?
As ubiquitous as award-
filmmaker and podcaster Marc Fennell (pictured) might seem on TV, host is just now making an appearance on this evergreen search for ancestral answers.
Fennell is used to helping others uncover their hidden histories, but the time has come to turn the lens on himself. Seeking clarity about his Indian grandparents’ lives and the experiences that shaped them, Fennell starts his exploration in Singapore, before visiting Malaysia to learn more about his great-grandmother and her unique heritage. Then, it’s a long way to Tipperary, where Fennell finds forbidden love and a couple of Irish scandals (and scoundrels) on his father’s side.
(PG)
Gardening Australia. Hannah Moloney prunes
and pears.
The One That Got Away. (Mal) News from Paul Harvey leads Ffion to a shocking revelation about Rick’s past.
Gruen. (R) Presented by Wil Anderson.
Guy Montgomery’s Guy Mont Spelling Bee. (PG, R)
Spicks And Specks. (PG, R) 11.20 ABC Late News.
11.35 Silent Witness. (Mav, R)
12.35 Rage New Music. (MA15+adhlnsv) 5.00 Rage. (PG)
6.00 Mastermind Australia.
6.30 SBS World News.
7.35 Shetland: Scotland’s Wondrous Isles. (PGa) 8.25 Ross Kemp: Shipwreck Treasure Hunter. (PGav, R) 9.20 Robson Green’s Weekend Escapes. (R)
10.30 SBS World News Late.
11.00 Atlantic Crossing. (Mal, R)
12.05 Exterior Night. (MA15+v, R)
3.15 The World From Above. (R)
4.20 Welcome To My Farm. (PG, R)
4.50 Destination Flavour. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.
6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Better Homes And Gardens.
8.30 House Of Wellness. (PGal) Melissa Doyle and Shane Crawford are joined by Yvie Jones and Archie Thompson to discuss skin checks.
9.30 MOVIE: Maid In Manhattan. (2002, PGls, R) A senatorial candidate falls for a maid. Jennifer Lopez, Ralph Fiennes.
11.40 Border Security: International. (PGadl)
12.10 Nurses. (Ma, R)
1.10 Travel Oz. (PG, R)
2.00 Home Shopping. (R)
4.00 Million Dollar Minute. (R)
5.00 NBC Today.
6.00 NBN News.
7.00 A Current Affair.
7.30 Rugby League. NRL. Round 16. Wests Tigers v Canberra Raiders.
9.55 Golden Point. A wrap-up of the Wests Tigers versus Canberra Raiders match, with news and analysis.
10.45 MOVIE: Out Of Time. (2003, Mlv, R) A police chief investigates a double murder. Denzel Washington, Eva Mendes.
12.45 Tipping Point. (PG, R)
1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)
4.00 Skippy The Bush Kangaroo. (R)
4.30 Global Shop. (R)
5.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)
5.30 Postcards. (PG, R)
6.00 Deal Or No Deal. (R)
6.30 The Project. 7.30 House Hunters Australia. Clare looks for a home for her family in Western Sydney. 8.30 Have You Been Paying Attention? (Malns, R) Celebrity panellists compete to see who can remember the most about events of the week. 9.30 The Graham Norton Show. (Ml, R) Guests include Ricky Gervais. 10.30 10’s Late News. 10.55 The Project. (R) 12.00 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG) 1.00 Home Shopping. (R)
Be Cool, Scooby-Doo! 8.25 BTN Newsbreak. 8.30 MythBusters “There’s Your Problem!”. 8.55 Robot Wars. 10.00 Walking With Dinosaurs. 10.45 Late Programs.
ABC FAMILY (22) 6am
SATURDAY, June 21
6.00 Landline. (R)
6.30 Australian Story: Forget Me Not – Jim Rogers. (R)
7.00 ABC News. A look at the top stories of the day.
9.55 Little Disasters. (Mal, R) A mother rushes her baby to the emergency room.
be.
10.40 David Attenborough’s Great Barrier Reef: Builders. (R) 11.40 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv)
6.30 SBS World News.
7.30 Travels With Agatha Christie And Sir David Suchet.
8.25 Secrets Of Britain’s Historic Houses. (PGa)
9.35 Irish Road Trip With Miriam Margolyes. (Ml, R)
10.35 Guillaume’s French Atlantic. (R)
11.35 Homicide: Life On The Street. (Ma, R)
3.10 The World From Above. (R)
4.15 Welcome To My Farm. (PG, R)
4.45 Japan Bitesize. (R)
5.15 France 24 Feature.
5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.
6.00 Seven News.
7.00 Border Security: Australia’s Front Line. (PG, R) Authorities investigate a nervous man.
7.30 MOVIE: Jurassic World Dominion. (2022, Mav) Earth is once again dominated by prehistoric predators. Chris Pratt, Bryce Dallas Howard. 10.40 MOVIE: Black Hawk Down. (2001, MA15+lv, R) Josh Hartnett. 1.40 Motor Racing. Supercars Championship. Round 6. Darwin Triple Crown. Day 1. Highlights.
3.00 Home Shopping. (R)
4.00 It’s Academic. (R) 5.00 House Of Wellness. (PGal, R)
6.00 NBN News.
7.00 A Current Affair.
7.30 Holiday Home Makeover With Rachel & Ryan. (Final, PG) 8.30 MOVIE: The Vow. (2012, PGalns, R) 10.35 MOVIE: When Harry Met Sally. (1989, Mls, R) 12.25 Australia’s Top Ten Of Everything. (PGl, R)
1.10 Surfing Australia TV. (R)
1.35 Destination WA. (R)
2.00 The Incredible Journey Presents. (PG)
6.30 The Dog House Australia. (PGa, R) Narrated by Mark Coles Smith. 7.30 Love It Or List It Australia. A couple must decide whether to stay or leave. 8.30 House Hunters Australia. (R) Newlyweds must decide between the inner-city and suburban North Shore for their first home. 9.30 Airport 24/7. (PGa, R) Duty manager Dan must
6am The Movie Show. 6.30 Paris Can Wait. (2016, PG) 8.15 Whale Rider. (2002, PG) 10.10 Dating The Enemy. (1996, M) 12.10pm The Lawnmower Man. (1992, M) 2.50 The Extraordinary Journey Of The Fakir. (2018, PG) 4.35 First Cow. (2019, PG) 6.50 Sky Pirates. (1986) 8.30 Gone
SUNDAY, June 22
6.30 Compass. (PG)
7.00 ABC News.
7.30 Spicks And Specks. (PG)
8.00 Bay Of Fires. (Mlv) Stella scrambles to adapt to her new way of life.
8.55 Little Disasters. (Mdls) Police and Social Services investigate jointly.
9.45 MOVIE: Wake In Fright. (1971, Masv, R) A teacher stays overnight in a mining town. Donald Pleasence.
11.30 Take 5 With Zan Rowe. (PGl, R)
12.00 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv)
3.00 Ask The Doctor. (PG, R)
3.30 The Art Of... (Ml, R)
4.00 Gardening Australia. (R) (R)
Join us on this most ambitious, fully guided adventure of our last frontier. Burnie,
6.30 SBS World News.
7.30 Nick Knowles Into The Grand Canyon. (PGa, R)
8.25 The Lost Scrolls Of Vesuvius With Alice Roberts. (PG, R)
9.20 The Zelensky Story. (PGa, R)
10.15 New Zealand From A Train. (R)
11.10 Marilyn: Her Final Secret. (PGa, R)
12.10 24 Hours In Emergency. (PGa, R)
2.55 Colosseum. (Mav, R)
3.45 J Schwanke’s Life In Bloom. (R)
4.15 Growing A Greener World. (R)
4.45 Destination Flavour: Japan Bitesize. (R)
5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.15
6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Dancing With The Stars. (PGl)
8.45 7NEWS Spotlight.
9.45 24 Hours In Police Custody. (Madv) 10.45 Crime Investigation Australia. (MA15+alv, R)
12.15 Motor Racing. Supercars Championship. Round 6. Darwin Triple Crown. Day 2. Highlights. 1.15 Shades Of Blue. (MA15+adsv, R) 2.30 Home Shopping. (R)
3.30 Million Dollar Minute. (R) 4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Sunrise Early News.
2.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 4.30 Global Shop. (R) 5.00 TV Shop. (R) 5.30 Helping Hands. (PG, R) 6.00 NBN News. 7.00 LEGO Masters: Grand Masters Of The Galaxy. (PG) 8.40 60 Minutes. Current affairs program. 9.40 The Killer Interview With Piers Morgan. (Mav)
MONDAY, June 23
6.00 Mastermind Australia. 6.30 SBS World News.
7.35 Portillo’s Andalucia. (PG, R)
8.25 Michael Palin In Nigeria. (Final, PGa, R)
9.20 Inside Windsor Castle. (R)
10.10 SBS World News Late.
10.40 Classified. (Malv) 11.30 Kin. (MA15+l, R)
2.25 Colosseum. (Mav, R)
3.15 J Schwanke’s Life In Bloom. (R) 4.15 Growing A Greener World. (R)
4.45 Destination Flavour: Japan Bitesize. (R)
5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.
6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Home And Away. (PGad) David hits a dead end. 7.30 Stranded On Honeymoon Island. (Premiere, Mal) Aussies are married and stranded on an island.
9.05 Farmer Wants A Wife. (Final, PGal) The farmers return.
10.45 The Agenda Setters.
11.45 Autopsy USA. (Mad, R)
12.50 You, Me And The Apocalypse. (Mals)
2.00 Home Shopping. (R)
4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Sunrise Early News. 5.30 Sunrise.
6.00
6.00 NBN News. 7.00 A Current Affair.
7.30 LEGO Masters: Grand Masters Of The Galaxy. (Final, PG) 9.00 100% Footy. (M) 10.00 9News Late. 10.30 Aussie Road Train Truckers. (Ml) 11.30 Gypsy Rose: Life After Lockup. (Mal) 12.15 Footy Classified. (Ml)
My Way. (R)
TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)
Global Shop. (R)
TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)
Believer’s Voice. (PGa) 4.30 ACA. (R)
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10.35 The Business. (R) 10.50 Four Corners. (R) 11.40 Media Watch. (PG, R) 11.55 Evacuation. (Ml, R) 12.45 Love Your Garden. (PG, R) 1.35 Long Lost Family. (PG, R) 2.20 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv) 3.25 Parkinson In Australia. (PG, R) 4.30 Gardening Aust. (R) 5.30 7.30. (R)
VICELAND (31) 6am Children’s Programs. 6pm Octonauts. 6.10 Super Monsters. 6.20 Bluey. 6.30 Paddington. 6.40 Hey Duggee. 6.50 Isadora Moon. 7.00 Supertato. 7.05 Dino Dex. 7.20
SBS MOVIES (32)
6am The Movie
Show. 6.10 Anne Of Green Gables. (2016, PG) 7.45
First Cow. (2019, PG) 10.00 The Whole Truth. (2016, M) 11.45 Lord Of The Ants. (2022, M, Italian)
2.20pm The Movie Show. 2.55 The Majestic. (2001, PG) 5.40 Whina. (2022, PG, Maori) 7.45 Nowhere Special. (2020, M) 9.30 Burn All My Letters. (2022, MA15+, Swedish) 11.40 Our Kind Of Traitor. (2016, MA15+) 1.40am Late Programs.
TUESDAY, June 24
6.00 Mastermind Australia.
6.30 SBS World News.
7.30 Who Do You Think You Are? (PGa)
8.30 Insight.
9.30 Dateline.
10.00 SBS World News Late.
10.30 Living Black. (R) 11.00 The Point. (R) 12.00 Headhunters. (Malv, R)
1.45 Freezing Embrace. (MA15+av, R)
4.15 J Schwanke’s Life In Bloom. (R)
4.45 Japan Bitesize. (R)
5.00 NHK World English News Morning.
5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.
(Final) 7.05 Jeopardy! 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats. 8.30 The UnBelievable With Dan Aykroyd. 10.10 Late Programs. 6am WorldWatch. 10.00 Mastermind Aust. Noon WorldWatch. 12.30 Homicide.
6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Home And Away. (PG) Cash gets a clue. 7.30 Stranded On Honeymoon Island. (Mals) Three new couples say “I do”. 9.20 Doc. (Ma) Gina deals with a devastating revelation. Amy is forced to confront her demons.
10.20 Accused. (Masv) 11.20 The Agenda Setters. 12.20 Fairly Legal. (Ma, R) 1.20 Travel Oz. (PG, R)
2.00 Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Sunrise Early News. 5.30 Sunrise.
SBS MOVIES (32)
6am The Man Who Invented Christmas. (2017, PG) 8.00 Viceroy’s House. (2017, PG) 10.00 Nowhere Special. (2020, M) 11.45 Into The Darkness. (2020, M, Danish) 2.30pm The Final Countdown. (1980, PG) 4.25 Princess Caraboo. (1994, PG) 6.15 Dancing At Lughnasa. (1998, PG) 7.55 The Assistant. (2019, M) 9.30 Godland. (2022, M, Danish) 12.15am Late Programs.
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6.00
WEDNESDAY,
June 25
Beyond The Lens. (R) 10.50 Mountain Vets. (Ma, R) 12.00 WorldWatch. 2.00 Dateline. (R) 2.30 Insight. (R) 3.30 The Cook Up. (R) 4.00 Great Coastal Railway Journeys. (R) 4.35 Jeopardy! 5.00 Letters And Numbers. (PGals, R)
6.00 Mastermind Australia. 6.30 SBS World News. 7.30 Hunt For Truth: Tasmanian Tiger. (PG, R)
8.30 Harrods: The Rise And Fall Of A British Institution. (Ma)
9.25 The Veil. (MA15+av)
10.15 SBS World News Late.
10.45 My Brilliant Friend. (Malv) 11.50 L’Opera. (Mls, R)
3.40 Colosseum. (Mav, R)
4.30 Bamay. (R)
5.00 NHK World English News Morning.
5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.
6am Children’s Programs. 5.45pm Kangaroo Beach. 6.00 Octonauts. 6.10 Super Monsters. 6.20 Bluey. 6.30 Paddington. 6.40 Hey Duggee. 6.50 Isadora Moon. 7.00 Supertato. 7.05 Dino Dex. 7.20 Bluey. 7.30 Shaun The Sheep. 7.35 Star Wars: Young Jedi Adventures. 7.50 Little Lunch. 8.05 Junior Vets. 8.35 BTN Newsbreak. 8.40 Abbott Elementary. 9.25 Doctor Who. 10.55 Late Programs.
6.00 Seven News.
7.00 Home And Away. (PG)
7.30 The 1% Club UK. (PG, R)
8.30 The Front Bar. (Ml) Takes a lighter look at all things AFL.
9.30 Unfiltered. (PGa) Hosted by Hamish McLachlan.
10.00 Unbelievable Moments Caught On Camera. (PGa, R)
11.00 Stags. (Premiere, MA15+adv)
12.00 Touching Evil. (MA15+av)
1.00 Travel Oz. (PG, R)
2.00 Home Shopping. (R)
4.00 NBC Today.
5.00 Sunrise Early News. 5.30 Sunrise.
6.00 NBN News.
7.00 A Current Affair. 7.30 Australia’s Most Identical. (Final, PG)
9.10 The Grand Tour. (Ml)
10.40 Freddy And The Eighth. (Ml)
11.40 9News Late.
12.10 La Brea. (Mv, R)
1.00 Hello SA. (PG)
1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)
2.30 Global Shop. (R)
3.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)
Believer’s Voice Of Victory. (PGa)
A Current Affair. (R)
6am Children’s Programs. 6pm Octonauts. 6.10 Super Monsters. 6.20 Bluey. 6.30 Paddington. 6.40 Hey Duggee. 6.50 Isadora Moon. 7.00 Supertato. 7.05 Dino Dex. 7.20 Bluey. 7.30 Shaun The Sheep. 7.35 Star Wars: Young Jedi Adventures. 7.50 Little Lunch. 8.05 Junior Vets. 8.35
News. 3.25 WorldWatch. 5.25 The Toys That Built The World. 6.10 Alone UK. 7.05 Jeopardy! 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. 8.30 MOVIE: The Curious Case Of Benjamin Button. (2008, M) 11.25 Late Programs.
SBS MOVIES (32)
6am The Final
Countdown. Continued. (1980, PG) 6.10 Dancing At Lughnasa. (1998, PG) 7.55 Whina. (2022, PG, Maori) 10.00 The Assistant. (2019, M) 11.35 Decision To Leave. (2022, M, Chinese) 2.05pm The Movie Show. 2.40 Remi Nobody’s Boy. (2018, PG, French) 4.40 Discovering Film: Gene Hackman. 5.40 Queen Bees. (2021, PG) 7.30 Sing Street. (2016, M) 9.30 Love Proof. (2022, M, Swedish) 11.10 Late Programs.
THURSDAY, June 26
6.00 Morning Programs. 9.25 Expeditions With Patrick McMillan. (R) 9.55 Outside: Beyond The Lens. (PG, R) 10.55 Mountain Vets. (PGa, R) 12.00 WorldWatch. 2.05 The Supervet. (PGa, R) 3.00 Living Black. (R) 3.30 The Cook Up. (R) 4.00 Great Coastal Railway Journeys. (PGa, R)
6.00 Mastermind Australia.
6.30 SBS World News.
7.35 Treasures With Bettany Hughes.
8.30 7/7: The London Bombings: Fragments Of Evidence. (Ma)
9.40 Sherlock & Daughter. (Final, Mv)
10.30 SBS World News Late.
11.00 The Silence. (Malv)
1.00 Pagan Peak. (MA15+av, R)
2.45 Colosseum. (Masv, R)
3.30 9/11: Four Flights. (PGa, R)
5.00 NHK World English News Morning.
5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.
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WorldWatch. 10.00 Mastermind Aust. Noon WorldWatch. 12.30 Dirty Rotten Cleaners. 2.10 Insight. 3.10 News. 3.15 WorldWatch. 5.15 The Toys That Built The World. 6.05 Over The Black Dot. 6.35 Travel Man. 7.05 Jeopardy! 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. 8.30 Roswell: The First Witness. 10.10 The UnXplained With William Shatner. 11.00 Homicide. 1.45am Late Programs.
SBS MOVIES (32)
6am Discovering
Film: Gene Hackman. 6.25 Princess Caraboo. (1994, PG) 8.15 Queen Bees. (2021, PG) 10.10 Godland. (2022, M, Danish) 12.45pm While We’re Young. (2014, M) 2.35 The Movie Show. 3.10 3 Days In Quiberon. (2018, PG, French) 5.15 The Way. (2010, PG) 7.30 Ali. (2001, M) 10.25 Quake. (2021, M, Icelandic) 12.20am The Red Riding Trilogy: 1983. (2009, MA15+) 2.20 Late Programs.
6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Home And Away. (PGd)
7.30 Dogs Behaving (Very) Badly. (PGa) Presented by Graeme Hall.
8.30 MOVIE: The Proposal. (2009, PGls, R) An editor gets engaged to her assistant to get a green card so she can continue working in the US. Sandra Bullock, Ryan Reynolds.
10.50 To Be Advised.
12.35 Life. (Madv, R)
1.35 Harry’s Practice. (R)
2.00 Home Shopping. (R)
4.00 NBC Today.
5.00 Sunrise Early News. 5.30 Sunrise.
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6.00 NBN News. 7.00 A Current Affair. 7.30 Rugby League. NRL.
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By Chris KARAS
PORT Stephens and Nelson Bay netballers are the toast of the region after stand-out achievements at this year’s NSW Netball Senior State Championships in Sydney.
In a huge fillip for the sport in northern NSW, Emma Penfold’s mighty Port Stephens U17s squad clinched back-to-back Division Four titles at Campbelltown’s Coronation Park Netball Complex.
The gifted juniors demonstrated their court skills, tenacity, teamwork and sportsmanship throughout the three day carnival – chalking up 16 wins from their 17 fixtures to top the standings and retain the championship trophy.
Port Stephens finished equal on 32 points with South Canberra, who didn’t figure in the overall standings as they were an invitational side.
In a display of dominance, the girls reinforced their number one ranking after blitzing their ACT rivals 20-9 on the final day.
Nelson Bay’s U17s finished
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q Receiving their winners Blue Patch from Netball NSW. (Back) Sydney Swifts’ Grace White, primary carer Oliver Vorenkamp, coach Emma Penfold, Isobel Frize, Caitlin Porter, Bronte Bohan, Lily Peters, team manager Mel Crain, rep convener Nadina Marsh, (front) Caitlin Scaines, Emily Crain, Laura Moir, Blair Vorenkamp, Sarah Byrne and Lilia Frize.